Children who are most likely to resist temptation
A) frequently look at the tempting object.
B) remind themselves of rules against touching the tempting object.
C) do not try to divert attention from the object of temptation.
D) do not have a concrete way of handling the temptation.

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Children who remind themselves of rules against touching the tempting object are using a self-regulation technique called cognitive control. This helps them resist temptation and delay gratification. Therefore, choice B is the most likely trait of children who are most likely to resist temptation.

Children Who Are Most Likely to Resist Temptation